$699,000
OPEN THU 11AM - 12:30PM

280 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,928/month

Total Views 5,015
1 Bed
1 Bath
685 Sq Ft
$1,020 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • River View
  • Property is near public transit
  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

Perfectly positioned in the heart of Back Bay at corner of Exeter Street is a thoughtfully designed 685 Square Foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath condo. Building and Unit Features: Elevator to spectacular common ROOF DECK with breathtaking Charles River views, on-site Superintendent, updated kitchen opens seamlessly to a spacious living and designated dining area with refinished hardwood floors and high ceilings, creating an inviting flow. A sleek modern bathroom with glass shower, large deeded private storage unit, meticulously maintained building, as well as common laundry facilities. On-site rental parking is available for unit owners (waitlist applies). Just one block from the Fairfield footbridge to the Esplanade and minutes to Newbury Street, this Back Bay gem combines timeless charm with urban sophistication. No dogs allowed and building currently at rental capacity. On Site Bike Storage.

Listing Agent

Beth Dickerson

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 10/06/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Open House Schedule

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,319

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

HOA Fees

  • $597 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 685 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • River Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02641 S:001,3351093

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 33 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,319

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$597 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: 257
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 685
  • Living Area: 685
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 597
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02641 S:001,3351093
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 685
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7319

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 33
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: River

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,319 $632,000 $0 $632,000
2024 $6,381 $585,400 $0 $585,400
2023 $6,158 $573,400 $0 $573,400
2022 $6,178 $567,800 $0 $567,800
2021 $6,058 $567,800 $0 $567,800
2020 $6,418 $607,800 $0 $607,800
2019 $6,280 $595,800 $0 $595,800
2018 $5,892 $562,200 $0 $562,200
2017 $5,324 $502,700 $0 $502,700
2016 $5,121 $465,500 $0 $465,500
2015 $4,664 $385,100 $0 $385,100
2014 $4,486 $356,600 $0 $356,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/06/2025 10/06/25 For Sale $699,000 +6.7% $1,020 / Sq Ft
10/14/2016 10/14/16 Sold $655,000 -2.1% $956 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Price Changed $669,000 -2.3% $977 / Sq Ft
08/12/2016 08/12/16 For Sale $685,000 -- $1,000 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $655,000 --
Deed $366,000 --
Deed $2,500,000 --
Deed $261,000 --
Deed $166,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $219,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,999,999 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $208,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $110,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73440132

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002641-000001